NAI Columbia’s Patrick Palmer, CCIM, elected to a three-year term on the National CCIM Board of Directors

November 16, 2020

NAI Columbia announced that Patrick Palmer, CCIM, Director of Retail Services and Principal at NAI Columbia has been elected to serve a three-year term on the National CCIM Board of…

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City Center Partnership announces the relocation of HOPE in the Main Street District

November 16, 2020

City Center Partnership (CCP) announced today the inspirational art project called HOPE for Columbia has been relocated to 1441 Main Street. “When we heard that CCP needed a new home…

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Dominion Energy South Carolina increases incentives for appliance recycling program through December

November 14, 2020

In observance of National Recycling Day Nov. 15, Dominion Energy South Carolina is sharing its commitment to protecting the environment and the communities we serve while reminding customers of the…

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Cason Development Group partners on Commerce Park initiative

November 12, 2020

Cason Development Group has partnered with Columbia commercial real estate broker Ben Brantley to accelerate development of the Shop Grove Commerce Park. The partners believe the 38-acre Shop Grove Commerce…

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D’Alberto & Graham and Grimsley Law Firm merge into D’Alberto, Graham & Grimsley

November 12, 2020

D’Alberto & Graham and Grimsley Law Firm have merged their practices to form the firm of D’Alberto, Graham & Grimsley. The firm is located at 508 Meeting St. in West…

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The SC Philharmonic returns with Appalachian Spring streaming concert

November 12, 2020

We present a free streaming concert and launch our upcoming Philharmonic Live Series The SC Philharmonic returns to the Koger Center stage with a free virtual stream of Appalachian Spring…

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Callison Tighe & Robinson picked for top tier in four areas by Best Law Firms

November 12, 2020

The 2021 edition of Best Law Firms in America has given four Tier 1 rankings to Callison Tighe & Robinson. It’s the 11th consecutive year the national directory has recognized…

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South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association seeking nominations for Stars of South Carolina Hospitality Industry Awards

November 12, 2020

The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) is seeking nominations for the 68th Annual Stars of South Carolina Hospitality Awards, honoring the best of the best in the state’s…

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Johnna Menke joins Bluestein Attorneys

November 12, 2020

Attorney Johnna Menke has joined Bluestein Thompson Sullivan, LLC. She will practice in the area of Social Security Disability. Johnna received her Juris Doctor degree from the University of South…

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SC photojournalists join Richland Library to discuss capturing stories in 2020

November 12, 2020

When it comes to capturing stories in 2020, get the perspective behind the camera. Join Richland Library for Artist-in-Residence (AiR) Presents: Through the Lens – Photojournalism in 2020 from 7…

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Santa Cruz Nutritionals selects Sumter County for expansion

November 12, 2020

Company’s $84 million investment will create 164 new jobs Santa Cruz Nutritionals (SCN), a subsidiary of Santa Cruz Healthcare, today announced plans to expand operations in Sumter County. The $84 million…

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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd’s Kathleen Muthig graduates from Leadership Columbia

November 12, 2020

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd announced that Kathleen Muthig has recently graduated from the Leadership Columbia program. Leadership Columbia was founded by the Columbia Chamber of Commerce in 1972. Each year, approximately…

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Richland Two hosts Virtual Choice Fair featuring Magnet Programs – Dec 1 & 2

November 12, 2020

As winter approaches, Richland School District Two is preparing for its new season of Choice. The district will host a Virtual Choice Fair featuring Magnet Programs that will provide families…

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New principal selected for Round Top Elementary School

November 12, 2020

For the first time in 18 years, Round Top Elementary School (RTE) will welcome a new principal. Starting January 1, 2021, Clarissa V. Bennett will assume the principalship. Superintendent Dr.…

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Setterstix Corporation establishing operations in Laurens County

November 12, 2020

More than $11.7 million investment will create 80 new jobs Setterstix Corporation (Setterstix), a paper stick manufacturer, today announced plans to establish operations in Laurens County. The more than $11.7 million…

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Prisma Health Midlands Foundation campaign underway to fund new $425,000 critical care ambulance for Prisma Health Children’s Hospital—Midlands

November 11, 2020

Prisma Health Midlands Foundation has recently launched a campaign to raise $425,000 to fund a new, specialized ambulance to transport critically ill children. More than $263,000 has been raised to…

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David Orr joins W&W Holdings, LLC as a Partner

November 11, 2020

David E. Orr, Ph.D. joins W&W Holdings, LLC as a partner and business consultant W&W Holdings, LLC announced that David Orr, Ph.D. recently joined as a partner with W&W Holdings.…

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Honest Columbia-area homebuyers return forgotten coins worth $15,000

November 11, 2020

When an Irmo, SC couple recently sold their house to James and Clarrisa Munford, they were sure they had tied up all the loose ends before the sale. Repairs had…

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Furman Innovation, Entrepreneurship gains global recognition

November 11, 2020

Furman University’s Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship has been named an Outstanding Emerging Entrepreneurship Center by the Global Consortium of Entrepreneurship Centers, a group of more than 250 universities. Other…

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The ART of Real Estate welcomes Edwina Winter as Associate Agent

November 11, 2020

The ART of Real Estate announced Edwina Winter has joined the company as an Associate Agent. Winter’s prior work in international business throughout the United Kingdom, Europe, Japan, and China…

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SCRA announces Accepted and Funded Companies

November 11, 2020

South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) announces Cruzzle, Inc. and RAAMP, LLC as new Member Companies, and Indiemark, LLC (dba Email Industries) being approved for grant funding. Cruzzle has been accepted as a…

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Mark Anthony Brewing building $400 million state-of-the-art facility in Richland County to keep up with explosive demand for White Claw Hard Seltzer

November 10, 2020

New facility will create 300 new jobs and increase production of White Claw and Mike’s Hard Lemonade for southern United States COLUMBIA, S.C. – Mark Anthony Brewing today announced plans to build a…

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Employers can expect OSHA to issue emergency rule for COVID-19 early in Biden administration

November 10, 2020

By David Dubberly COVID-19 cases in the United States have been increasing rapidly in recent weeks, and the surge is expected to continue into the winter.  On Nov. 10, 2020,…

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Columbia Fireflies no longer a New York Mets affiliate

November 10, 2020

The Columbia Fireflies will have a new Major League affiliate from 2021 forward. The team’s new affiliate will be announced at a later date. The New York Mets announced that…

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Studio 2LR, Inc. Architecture + Interiors earns Citation Award from AIA Columbia

November 10, 2020

Studio 2LR, Inc., an architecture and interior design firm creating impact through transformative design, recently earned a Citation Award for Richland Library Edgewood from the Columbia Section of the American…

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Midlands Education & Business Alliance receives International Paper Foundation grant

November 10, 2020

Midlands Education & Business Alliance (MEBA) has been awarded a $15,000 grant from International Paper’s Eastover Mill and the International Paper Foundation. Funds will support science, technology, engineering and mathematics…

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McDonnell and Associates PA voted “Best Law Firm” by The State

November 10, 2020

McDonnell and Associates PA was announced the winner of The State’s following categories: Best Law Firm Best Estate Planning Law Firm Best Family Law Firm McDonnell and Associates, P.A., founded…

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Furman Innovation and Entrepreneurship gains global recognition

November 10, 2020

Furman University’s Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship has been named an Outstanding Emerging Entrepreneurship Center by the Global Consortium of Entrepreneurship Centers, a group of more than 250 universities. Other…

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SC’s NHE announces construction start for Parkside at Hickory Grove, it’s first affordable housing community in Charlotte, NC

November 10, 2020

Southeastern developer and property management group begins construction on new 80-apartment development near downtown Charlotte Noted Southeastern developer and property management firm NHE, Inc. has begun construction on its latest…

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South Carolina Department of Education to provide students and educators with integrated digital learning solution

November 10, 2020

Today, the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) announced the purchase and rollout of a robust, integrated digital learning solution that will support teaching and learning during the COVID-19 pandemic…

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Mary Beth O’Cain joins Home Advantage Realty

November 10, 2020

Home Advantage Realty announced the transition of former summer intern Mary Beth O’Cain to a licensed Realtor and listing assistant to Jill Moylan. From her first day at the office,…

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Immedion promotes Justin Fianchino to Sales Executive for Columbia and Charleston

November 10, 2020

Immedion LLC, a premiere provider of technology services, announced the promotion of Justin Fianchino to Sales Executive for their Columbia and Charleston locations. In his new role, Justin will represent…

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The Leon Levine Foundation awards MIRCI $50,000

November 10, 2020

The Leon Levine Foundation granted MIRCI—Mental Illness Recovery Center Inc., $50,000 to assist with general support of MIRCI’s Adult and Youth Services Programs. MIRCI, is a full service Behavioral Healthcare…

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Building Industry Association names Corporate Member of the Year- and Commercial Contractor Member of the Year

November 10, 2020

The Board of Directors of the Building Industry Association of Central South Carolina (BIA) have announced that Free Times been named 2020 Corporate Member of the Year and J. C.…

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Midlands Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery announces Price Transparency Policy

November 10, 2020

Even while Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services’ Hospital Price Transparency Rule is being challenged in federal court, Columbia’s own Midlands Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery (MidOrthoNeuro) is embracing price transparency without…

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Lexington Chamber to help businesses transition to virtual business model at education lunch series

November 9, 2020

The Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center’s education seminar on Wednesday, November 18 at 11:30 a.m. will help attendees transition their business models virtual to meet the needs of their employees,…

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2020 South Carolina school report cards released

November 9, 2020

The South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) released school, district, and state report cards reflective of the unprecedented 2019-2020 school year. “The 2019-2020 school year was unlike any other that…

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Nexsen Pruet expands intellectual property team

November 9, 2020

Four new hires grow full-service IP group to 20+ across Carolinas Nexsen Pruet has hired three experienced attorneys and one patent agent to significantly grow the law firm’s intellectual property…

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Kristen Eubanks named as the 20-21 Educational Administrator of the Year

November 9, 2020

The Richland County Association of Educational Office Professionals (RCAEOP) has named Mrs. Kristen Eubanks as the 20-21 Educational Administrator of the Year. Mrs. Eubanks’ serves as the Principal at Bridge…

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Dr. Matthew vandenBerg selected as 19th president of Presbyterian College

November 9, 2020

Matthew vandenBerg, vice president for advancement and external relations at Alma College (Alma, Mich.), has been selected as the nineteenth president of Presbyterian College. vandenBerg, a Certified Fund Raising Executive,…

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Monica Main joins Bluestein Attorneys

November 9, 2020

Attorney Monica Main has joined Bluestein Thompson Sullivan, LLC. She will practice in the area of Veterans Disability. Monica received her Juris Doctor degree earlier this year from the University…

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GADC names Ashley Keene as Existing Industry Manager

November 9, 2020

The Greenville Area Development Corporation has named Ashley Keene as the economic development organization’s new Existing Industry Manager. In her new role, Ms. Keene will serve as liaison to existing…

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Camp Discovery earns Conservation Education Mini-Grant

November 9, 2020

An educational camp that is developing virtual environmental field trips for students in Richland County is getting a boost to further its efforts: a $1,000 Conservation Education Mini-Grant. The Richland…

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Richland Library partners with Walgreens for free flu shot clinics

November 9, 2020

With the 2020-2021 flu season underway, Richland Library is once again partnering with Walgreens to host free flu shot clinics at several of our locations. They’re taking place from 10…

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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis reminds families about perfect one-size-fits-all gift this holiday season

November 9, 2020

Future Scholar contributions enhance college savings, provide tax benefits State Treasurer Curtis Loftis wants to remind South Carolina families about the perfect one-size-fits-all gift suggestion this holiday season – a…

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Richland Library celebrates graduation of 14 students from Career Online High School

November 9, 2020

While 2020 has been a challenging year across the globe, it has also given hope to 14 local students, ranging in age from early 20s to early 70s, who earned…

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First aid for mental health

November 6, 2020

Just like CPR can assist a person who’s having a heart attack, mental health first aid is emergency care for those with panic attacks, anxiety, depression or even suicidal thoughts.…

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Garvin Design Group’s 1649 Main Street wins AIA Columbia Citation Award for Adaptive Reuse

November 5, 2020

Garvin Design Group received a Citation Award for Adaptive Reuse of 1649 Main Street at the American Institute of Architects Columbia’s (AIA Columbia) 2020 Design Awards on Thursday, November 5th.…

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NAI Columbia identifies new location for Irmo Lock Company in Cayce

November 5, 2020

The second location to be named, The Modern Locksmith. NAI Columbia’s John Gregory, PE, CCIM, represented the buyer, Irmo Lock Company, Inc., in the purchase of its second location in…

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Special ops veterans building reefs to protect U.S. coastlines

November 5, 2020

Veterans continue serving with a new life-building mission and renewed purpose By W. Thomas Smith Jr. MIAMI, FLORIDA: South Carolina Floodwater Commission Chairman Tom Mullikin joined several fellow military veterans…

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